Reviews of The Bilimbi Guesthouse & Inn
The Bilimbi, Mas-aruvaamagu, Huraa, Male' Atoll, Huraa, Maldives

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Reviewed: 17 December 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewFriendly and helpfull staff. Picked me up from the harbor and helped me back there when it was time to go back to Male. They also helped with booking boat tickets. Great maldivian style breakfast. Big bathroom. No more than 10 min walk to the tourist beach. They have beach towels you can borrow.
For some reason I dont know I got a room in the building across the street and not the guesthouse itself. It was a little dated and some of the furniture had a thick layer of dust.
Reviewed: 30 September 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 28 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewVery helpful staff.
No Qiblah directions sign for Muslims prayers in the room.
Reviewed: 22 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewLarge clean room, delicious breakfast, incredibly friendly staff.
Reviewed: 8 July 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewVery clean and spacious rooms. Lovely staff . Very helpful. Good breakfast
Bikini beach was a good walk away which was sometimes a bit hard in the blazing sun with a 3 year old child. But still it’s worth booking this guesthouse
Reviewed: 27 April 2024 · Stayed in April 2024
Verified reviewIt felt like home. We were comfortable as soon as we stepped in and the host Maiz was amazing, not to forget Muhammad who was always ready to help work anything and everything on time. Very good for budget traveler
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Thank you Diana for the wonderful review. We had a great time hosting you and look forward for the next time you come.
Reviewed: 27 April 2024 · Stayed in April 2024
Verified reviewNajim was excellent. He made the stay such a pleasure. He looked after me from the moment I messaged him. He told me about the island and the boats before I left and met me at the port. He recommended restaurants and organized a boat for me to return to male. He was a delightful young man and he helped me with my luggage too.
Thank you for the review Sarah, we are glad that you enjoyed your stay and hope to have you back.
Reviewed: 21 April 2024 · Stayed in April 2024
Verified reviewNajir (Nazeer) is a very kind person, he was the one to meet and greet me, it was pouring and he met me at the ferry stop. Helped me all the way with the baggage. The whole stay was pleasant and nice. The owner did all he could to provide a good non-stop working internet for me (as it was crucial due to my online work). I'm very thankful to the people and how nice they were. I also liked the guys offering free water any time I needed. The beach was also great. It was comfortable, nice and peaceful with great atmosphere there. Thank you ❤️ for everything
*The towels. The smelled bad. Like they weren't ever washed. I asked to change them but the smell remained. *Two extremely old bikes to use. It was great to use those to reach the beach, but both of the bikes were about to be broken half way 😉 it could be a great idea to change them to maybe not brand new, but at least less rusty ones *Continental breakfast was sad - 4 slices of bread, jam and butter, sausage. I always took the Maldivian after. It gave me more energy and it last longer.
Thank you for the review Anastasiia. We are extemely sorry about the towel situation. We experienced some issues with drying as it was a rainy week. We will ensure this does not happen again. It was our pleasure hosting you and hope we see you again.
Thank you for the review Anastasiia. We are extemely sorry about the towel situation. We experienced some issues with drying as it was a rainy week. We will ensure this does not happen again. It was our pleasure hosting you and hope we see … Show more
Reviewed: 20 April 2024 · Stayed in April 2024
Verified reviewI would like to thank nazeer from Bangladesh who took me around and met me he was really helpful and cooperative with me he is willing to help always
No bicycle in good condition is available
Thank you for the review Hossam, we hope to host you again.
Reviewed: 31 March 2024 · Stayed in March 2024
Verified reviewVery nice place if you want visit Maldives. It was very good for the family vacation. We stayed 9 days and got very positive feeling. But Please, don't expect that Maldives is for the drink party. It is place when you will relax, swim in clean water and see underwater life
Thank you for the wonderful review Leonid, we had a great time hosting you and your family. Next time, let me know if you would like to go have a drink. I can arrange a resort day trip or a trip to a floating bar. We hope to see you again
Reviewed: 3 March 2024 · Stayed in February 2024
Verified reviewThe Bilimbi is quite new guesthouse so everything works and it's nice. The staff are so nice and superfriendly and are willing to help at any time. They are very professional and reliable. They pick you up and drop you off at the harbour. The beach is just a nice walk away around the mangroove. My stay was great at The Bilimbi. I wouldn't hesitate to stay there again.
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Thank you for the review Amparo, we hope to see you again!
Reviewed: 29 February 2024 · Stayed in February 2024
Verified reviewThe Bilimbi is a place where customer experience is top-notch. The service is exceptionally professional, always with a smile and ready to assist. The atmosphere is pleasant, creating the perfect environment for relaxation. Moreover, numerous amenities make the visit truly memorable.
Thank you for the wonderful review Aldona, we always strive to make our service the best possible. We are truly grateful for your appreciation. We hope to see you again!
Reviewed: 26 February 2024 · Stayed in February 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 26 January 2024 · Stayed in January 2024
Verified reviewIt was so beautiful and spacious, staff was very helpful with everything, very beautiful and peaceful island. It was a very comfortable stay.
Breakfast options are very limited
Reviewed: 15 January 2024 · Stayed in December 2023
Verified reviewEnjoyed our stay. Nice rooms, very clean. Friendly staff who can organise everything you need
Reviewed: 28 December 2023 · Stayed in December 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 21 November 2023 · Stayed in November 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 26 September 2023 · Stayed in September 2023
Verified reviewThe guesthouse was very comfortable and suitable for relaxing, The staff were very helpful and assist to perepare an earlier breakfast for us.
For visiting those Muslim countries, you need to prepare the right dress code, no bikini is allowed, must wear T-shirt and mid-long trousers except 1-2 Bikini Beach.
Reviewed: 22 September 2023 · Stayed in September 2023
Verified reviewThe staff is very kind and prepared to do anything for your pleasant stay. The bikes are cool for easy riding on the island, although I walked the other days on this small island. Free bottled water is great! Breakfast will give you a good start for your morning swim in the ocean or a morning walk around the island. Store at the corner. Very quiet. Free Netflix account, so I did not have to install my own. They also offer tours and massages. Have to leave tomorrow 😪
Everything was fine.
Reviewed: 24 August 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewThe place is net and clean! A small business running with love from the guys who made me feel like home ! This kind of treatment is rare they made a feel really comfortable and they were really helpful with everything I wanted ! definitely I would suggest it as they would guide you to the small local island and you will feel the real local vibes! They are professional but friendly in the same time. See you soon again 🙏🏽
Reviewed: 19 August 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 12 August 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewNice and clean. Good location. Helpful and nice staff.
A bit boring breakfast. We got our clothes washed, but we had to hang it up in the room because it wasn’t dry. We didn’t get new towels after cleaning of the room.
Reviewed: 18 July 2023 · Stayed in July 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 12 July 2023 · Stayed in July 2023
Verified reviewWe loved our stay at bilimbi guest house. The place was amazing. The staffs are excellent. Hade and amazing breakfast. A special thanks to dhaae for taking amazing care of us.
Thank you so much for the review. Please do come again. We loved having you here!